GRE Word List
JUXTAPOSE
to place (different things) side by side (as to compare them or contrast them or to create an interesting effect)
The meaning of the word juxtapose is to place (different things) side by side (as to compare them or contrast them or to create an interesting effect).
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| bombardment | a late medieval cannon used to hurl large stones |
| colloquy | conversation |
| petulant | insolent or rude in speech or behavior |
| impetus | a driving force : impulse |
| unexceptionable | not open to objection or criticism : beyond reproach : unimpeachable |
| sacrosanct | most sacred or holy : inviolable |
| cadet | a younger brother or son |
| suavity | smoothly though often superficially gracious and sophisticated |
| attire | to put garments on : dress |
| nautical | of, relating to, or associated with seamen, navigation, or ships |